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Kenya Power
Leadership team
Clement Hertzel (Founder)
Products/ Services
Energy
Number of Employees
1,000 - 20,000
Headquarters
Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya
Established
1922
Traded as
NSE:KPLC
Overview
Location
Summary
Kenya Power, commonly referred to as KPLC, is a state corporation in charge of electricity transmission and distribution throughout the country, as well as related services such as bill collection. The company is wholly owned by the Kenyan Government, and is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). It is the largest electricity provider in East Africa, with an installed base of 1,629,184 customers as of June 2020, and a network of 8,873 kilometers of overhead lines and 20,559 kilometers of low and medium voltage cable lines.
History
Kenya Power is one of the largest electricity distribution and transmission companies in East Africa. It was established in April 1927 under the Kenya Power & Lighting Company Act as a private company to generate and supply electric power in the East African country. It was later nationalized under the Kenya Power and Lighting Company Act of 1969, making it a state-owned and -operated utility. Since then, the company has been responsible for electricity transmission and distribution in Kenya.
Mission
To maintain a safe, reliable and sustainable electricity network that ensures the nation’s social and economic development.
Vision
To be our customers’ provider of choice, delivering efficient and reliable energy solutions.
Key Team
Clement Hertzel (Founder)
Recognition and Awards
Kenya Power has been recognized by various organizations and publications for its efficient and reliable services. In 2020, it was named the ‘Best Investor Friendly Utility Company’ in the Financial Times Africa Energy Award. It has also received the ISO 50001:2011 Energy Management System Certification in 2015, and the International Electrotechnical Commission Certification in 2017.
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Leadership team
Clement Hertzel (Founder)
Products/ Services
Energy
Number of Employees
1,000 - 20,000
Headquarters
Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya
Established
1922
Traded as
NSE:KPLC